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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
420 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth without transferring at least 3 times.
G91603+
Y11819+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+
P6132108:53AM5h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:43PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1481One-way
3 transfers
G91609+Y11822+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P6132309:53AM5h51
Middlesbrough station (MBR)03:44PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1641One-way
3 transfers
L36825+Y11961+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L7341808:14AM5h43
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:57PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
L36832+Y11963+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L7342809:14AM5h43
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:57PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
G91603+
C14458+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P6132108:53AM5h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:43PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
L36825+Y11961+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L7341808:14AM5h43
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:57PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
L36832+Y11963+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L7342809:14AM5h43
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:57PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
G91603+Y11819+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P6132108:53AM5h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:43PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1481One-way
3 transfers
G91603+C14458+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P6132108:53AM5h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:43PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1671One-way
3 transfers
G91609+Y11822+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P6132309:53AM5h51
Middlesbrough station (MBR)03:44PMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
$1641One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€129 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Portsmouth trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:47 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L36825+Y11961+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L73418 | On time 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h43 | 1:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
Y26411+ C75198+C07095+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria | On time 8:25 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 6h14 | 2:39 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 4 transfers | |
| G91603+Y11819+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P61321 | On time 8:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h50 | 2:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
| G91603+C14458+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P61321 | On time 8:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h50 | 2:43 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
| L36832+Y11963+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L73428 | On time 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h43 | 2:57 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
| G91609+Y11822+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+P61323 | On time 9:53 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h51 | 3:44 PM Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€84) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€84) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 40m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 20:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $23 (€19)
FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 40m, and the distance is 260 miles (420 km). Trains run with a frequency of 3 per day.
The train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth takes 5h 40m and runs 3 per day.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth leaves at 8:49 PM.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth offers varied scenery, including views of the North York Moors, the historic city of York, and parts of the scenic South Downs near Portsmouth, providing a mix of urban and natural landscapes.
There is no direct train service currently available from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
Train ticket prices from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $105 (€84), while the average price is around $161 (€129).
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is by bus, with a cost of around $23 (€19).
The first train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth leaves at 4:25 AM.
The distance by train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth is 260 miles (420 km).
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Portsmouth is Middlesbrough station (MBR), which connects to Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
No, you cannot take the train from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
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Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth
Middlesbrough
Portsmouth
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Middlesbrough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Middlesbrough for your trip from Middlesbrough to Portsmouth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Middlesbrough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Portsmouth is Portsmouth & Southsea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portsmouth & Southsea for your journey to Portsmouth from Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Portsmouth & Southsea
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Portsmouth Harbour
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transit options for Fratton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
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